maxwolfie
28-04-2008, 09:38 PM
Item: Giant Alias 2006
Location: Western Sydney
Item Condition: Good, regularly serviced, new cassette
Reason for selling: Upgrading
Price and price conditions: $650 ono
Extra Info: 21", Clay colour (http://members.iinet.net.au/~ideal/GIANT_ALIAS_06.jpg.jpeg), See parts list below
Pictures:
http://img337.imageshack.us/img337/2819/imgp0610smallkw2.jpg
http://img186.imageshack.us/img186/3213/imgp0611smallmt1.jpg
http://img297.imageshack.us/img297/8643/imgp0613smallgs2.jpg
http://img204.imageshack.us/img204/2109/imgp0617smallub2.jpg
http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee182/Purtywurty/sdagsdbv.jpg
Its no surprise to see giant holding a commanding position in this category. It seems giants entire mantra for 2006 has been to outspec and outstrip its competitors. The upside of that is what it brings to those on a budget: a great product at a steal of a price.
Take a close look at the alias's spec list; sram x7 shifters and rear derailleur, hayes sole hydro brakes, rock shox dart 2 forks, an alloy frame with clean, classy welds and a subtle paint job that looks awesome. And for less than $1000!
The geometry on this bike puts the rider into a great XC riding position and climbing comes naturally. The rock shox dart 2 (100mm travel) is a great bonus on a bike in this price point and is largely responsible for the confindence-inspiring feel the alias generates. The fork has lockout, preload and rebound adjustment making it easy to setup for a range of rider weights. The 27 speed groupset is enviable and the hydro brakes offer great feel and power. The bottom bracket feels low on this bike and it gets hung up in technical terrain, but otherwise we reckon this bike is a deadset steal.
Money well spent:
We'd upgrade the bar, stem, seatpost and pedals first (this is where giant saved money) then save up for some better brakes, but we wouldnt be in a drastic hurry.
At a glance:
Handling: 5 stars
Build Quality: 5 stars
Spec List: 5 stars
Value: 5 Stars
Weight: 14.1kg
Overall Rating: 10
Spec list: (Normal text is standard, bold is upgraded, original part is italic)
ALUXX FluidFormed™ alloy w-integrated gusset & head tube + XtC geometry
Fork Rockshox Judy J2 100mm hydraulic damping
Brake Levers 2007 Shimano Deore ST-M535 Dual Control Brake Lever - (Hayes Sole)
Brakes 2007 Shimano Deore ST-M535 Dual Control Brakes w/ Shimano XT 6" rotors - (Hayes Sole hydraulic w/6” rotors)
Shifters Deore ST-M535 Dual Control - (SRAM X-7 27 speed trigger shifters)
Front Derailleur Shimano Deore 34.9
Rear Derailleur Shimano XT Rapid Rise Long Cage (SRAM X-7 9 speed)
Bottom Bracket TruVativ Giga Pipe SL ISIS splined
Crankset TruVativ Comp G 9sp. 22x32x42T ISIS splined
Chain Shimano Deore 9 speed
Pedals Cheap platforms
Handlebar Stem Easton alloy
Handlebar Alloy low rise
Grips Oury's - (Giant)
Hubs Fr: Formula disc | Rr: Shimano M475 9sp cassette disc
Cassette / Freewheel SRAM PG950 9 speed 11-34T
Spokes 14G stainless
Rims / Wheelset Alloy double wall disc 26” x 32H
Tyres Hutchinson Scorpion 26 x 2.0”
Seat Post Easton Alloy 30.9 micro-adjust
Saddle WTB Lazer V
Please PM me for more details/offers etc!
Location: Western Sydney
Item Condition: Good, regularly serviced, new cassette
Reason for selling: Upgrading
Price and price conditions: $650 ono
Extra Info: 21", Clay colour (http://members.iinet.net.au/~ideal/GIANT_ALIAS_06.jpg.jpeg), See parts list below
Pictures:
http://img337.imageshack.us/img337/2819/imgp0610smallkw2.jpg
http://img186.imageshack.us/img186/3213/imgp0611smallmt1.jpg
http://img297.imageshack.us/img297/8643/imgp0613smallgs2.jpg
http://img204.imageshack.us/img204/2109/imgp0617smallub2.jpg
http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee182/Purtywurty/sdagsdbv.jpg
Its no surprise to see giant holding a commanding position in this category. It seems giants entire mantra for 2006 has been to outspec and outstrip its competitors. The upside of that is what it brings to those on a budget: a great product at a steal of a price.
Take a close look at the alias's spec list; sram x7 shifters and rear derailleur, hayes sole hydro brakes, rock shox dart 2 forks, an alloy frame with clean, classy welds and a subtle paint job that looks awesome. And for less than $1000!
The geometry on this bike puts the rider into a great XC riding position and climbing comes naturally. The rock shox dart 2 (100mm travel) is a great bonus on a bike in this price point and is largely responsible for the confindence-inspiring feel the alias generates. The fork has lockout, preload and rebound adjustment making it easy to setup for a range of rider weights. The 27 speed groupset is enviable and the hydro brakes offer great feel and power. The bottom bracket feels low on this bike and it gets hung up in technical terrain, but otherwise we reckon this bike is a deadset steal.
Money well spent:
We'd upgrade the bar, stem, seatpost and pedals first (this is where giant saved money) then save up for some better brakes, but we wouldnt be in a drastic hurry.
At a glance:
Handling: 5 stars
Build Quality: 5 stars
Spec List: 5 stars
Value: 5 Stars
Weight: 14.1kg
Overall Rating: 10
Spec list: (Normal text is standard, bold is upgraded, original part is italic)
ALUXX FluidFormed™ alloy w-integrated gusset & head tube + XtC geometry
Fork Rockshox Judy J2 100mm hydraulic damping
Brake Levers 2007 Shimano Deore ST-M535 Dual Control Brake Lever - (Hayes Sole)
Brakes 2007 Shimano Deore ST-M535 Dual Control Brakes w/ Shimano XT 6" rotors - (Hayes Sole hydraulic w/6” rotors)
Shifters Deore ST-M535 Dual Control - (SRAM X-7 27 speed trigger shifters)
Front Derailleur Shimano Deore 34.9
Rear Derailleur Shimano XT Rapid Rise Long Cage (SRAM X-7 9 speed)
Bottom Bracket TruVativ Giga Pipe SL ISIS splined
Crankset TruVativ Comp G 9sp. 22x32x42T ISIS splined
Chain Shimano Deore 9 speed
Pedals Cheap platforms
Handlebar Stem Easton alloy
Handlebar Alloy low rise
Grips Oury's - (Giant)
Hubs Fr: Formula disc | Rr: Shimano M475 9sp cassette disc
Cassette / Freewheel SRAM PG950 9 speed 11-34T
Spokes 14G stainless
Rims / Wheelset Alloy double wall disc 26” x 32H
Tyres Hutchinson Scorpion 26 x 2.0”
Seat Post Easton Alloy 30.9 micro-adjust
Saddle WTB Lazer V
Please PM me for more details/offers etc!